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Slipper Island for sale at over $10m as tender closes 15 April
Slipper Island, a private 217ha Coromandel gem, is on the market for over $10m. Accessible by boat from Pauanui, tender closes 15 April.
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SA sailor Dan Turner completes solo circumnavigation in driveway-built boat
South Australian sailor Dan Turner sailed 28,000 nautical miles solo around the globe in a boat he built in his own driveway. Read his incredible story.
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Beneteau First 30 turns 50: how three generations redefined a performance icon
From IOR roots to planing performance, discover how three generations of the Beneteau First 30 redefined what a production racer could be over 50 years.
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Garmin launches rugged JL Audio AP amplifier range for boats and off-road use
Garmin's new JL Audio AP Amplifier range offers Class D power, IP67 protection, and up to 600W RMS for boats, off-road vehicles, and power sports.
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Oceanflo watermakers bring solar-powered fresh water production to Kiwi cruisers
Oceanflo watermakers let Kiwi cruisers produce fresh water on solar power alone. Explore the OF70M, OF70A, and OF150A range, built in New Zealand.
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How New Zealand multihull designers helped shape a global boating revolution
Discover how New Zealand designers like Roger Hill and Malcolm Tennant helped shape the global multihull revolution, from Hauraki Gulf cats to 50-knot superyachts.
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Oceanflo Desalination gains RAILBLAZA and BEP Marine founders as new partners
Oceanflo Desalination expands with Ross and Chris Pratt of RAILBLAZA and BEP Marine joining as partners, boosting NZ marine watermaker growth and production.
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Inside Maritimo's cabinetry craft: layers of precision behind luxury interiors
Discover how Maritimo builds luxury motor yacht interiors with precision cabinetry, hand-sprayed varnish and layers of quality craftsmanship. Learn more at Go Boating NZ.
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Boat interior design trends heading into 2026 favour calm, considered off-whites
Off-whites, nature-inspired tones, and warm metallics are shaping boat interiors in 2026. Here is what NZ boaties need to know before planning a refresh.
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New World Whitianga boat delivery upgrades to larger vessel after four tonnes sold in first week
New World Whitianga's Waka Kai boat delivery service upgrades to a larger vessel after delivering over four tonnes of groceries in its first week of summer.
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LPG gas safety checks every NZ skipper should carry out before summer boating
Essential LPG gas safety checks every NZ skipper should complete before summer. Cover storage, hoses, regulators, alarms, and compliance with NZ standards.
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Windlass checks, anchor choice and bow gear tips to get your boat summer-ready
Get your boat summer-ready with expert tips on windlass checks, choosing the right anchor for NZ conditions, and maintaining bow gear for safe anchoring.
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